UAE visa

Check the requirements for your UAE visa

Spend up to 96
hours exploring Abu Dhabi before resuming your journey on a Transit Visa. Or enjoy up to
90 days in Abu Dhabi and the UAE
by applying for a Tourist Visa.

Do I need a visa?

If you
are from any of the following countries / regions, you do not need a visa prior
to travelling to the UAE. Upon disembarking at Abu Dhabi International Airport,
proceed to Immigration, where you will receive a visa on arrival.

View list of eligible countries / regions

View list of eligible countries / regions

Andorra

Argentina

Australia

Austria

Belgium

Brazil

Brunei

Bulgaria

Canada

Chile

Croatia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Estonia

Finland

France

Germany

Greece

Hong Kong (SAR of China)

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Japan

Kazakhstan

Latvia

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Malaysia

Malta

Monaco

Netherlands

New Zealand

Norway

People’s Republic of China

Poland

Republic of Mauritius

Republic of El Salvador

Portugal

Romania

Russian

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

San Marino

Seychelles

Singapore

Slovakia

Slovenia

South Korea

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

The Vatican

Ukraine

United Kingdom

United States of America

In addition to the countries / regions listed above, citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman and Saudi Arabia are eligible for a visa on arrival at Abu
Dhabi International Airport.

Travellers from countries not listed above need to apply for a visa in
advance of traveling to the UAE. Apply for your visa.

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UAE visa types & fees

Here are further details on the different types of visas
offered for UAE visits.

Please note that all visa fees are in AED (UAE Dirhams).
Visas are not extendable or refundable, and are inclusive of their issue dates.

Processing times for UAE visas are approximately 24 hours, subject to immigration approval.

For more information see our FAQ section below.

Transit Visa

Transit Visa

Visa Type

Description

Validity

Duration

Number Of Entries

Visa Fee

Transit Visa

The Transit Visa applies to
transit passengers transiting through Abu Dhabi International Airport for a
period between 8 hours and 4 calendar days, meeting certain conditions.

14 days

4 days

Single Entry

AED 50

Tourist Visa

Tourist Visa

Visa Type

Description

Validity

Duration

Number Of Entries

Visa Fee

Tourist Visa

Passport should be valid
for a minimum period of 6 months and pre-arrangement is required to apply for a
Tourist Visa. This visa is non-extendable.

Females below the age of 18 who are travelling alone are only eligible to apply for this type of visa when travelling with their parents.

60 days

30 days

Single Entry

AED 350

Tourist Visa - Multiple Entry

Tourist Visa - Multiple Entry

Visa Type

Description

Validity

Duration

Number Of Entries

Visa Fee

Tourist Visa - Multiple Entry

Short Term Multiple Entry
Visa; non-extendable.

Females below the age of 18 who are travelling alone are only eligible to apply for this type of visa when travelling with their parents.

60 days

30 days (starting
from date of first entry)

Multiple Entry (Within
30 days from date of first entry)

AED 650

Service Visa

Service Visa

Visa Type

Description

Validity

Duration

Number Of Entries

Visa Fee

Service Visa

The Service Visa applies to
the following categories and their families accompanying them: company
manager’s representatives, sales managers, account auditors, company
or establishment delegations required to carry out a commercial activity in the
UAE,
consultants requested by companies operating in the UAE that are required to
carry out an urgent task.

14 days

14 days

Single Entry

AED 400

Long Term Tourist Visa

Long Term Tourist Visa

Visa Type

Description

Validity

Duration

Number Of Entries

Visa Fee

Long Term Tourist Visa

The Long Term Tourist Visa
applies to tourists who wish to spend more than 30 days in the UAE. Pre-approvals
from immigration may be required for unaccompanied minors or female applicants
travelling alone. Applications are accepted once approval is received.

Females below the age of 18 who are travelling alone are only eligible to apply for this type of visa when travelling with their parents.

60 days

90 days

Single Entry

AED 1000

Long Term Visit Visa - Multiple Entry

Long Term Visit Visa - Multiple Entry

Visa Type

Description

Validity

Duration

Number Of Entries

Visa Fee

Long Term Visit Visa - Multiple Entry

The Long Term Multiple Entry Visit Visa is valid for 90 days. If you intend to stay longer and travel multiple times to the UAE, you can apply. This visa requires sponsorship.

Females below the age of 18 who are travelling alone are only eligible to apply for this type of visa when travelling with their parents.

60 days

90 days (starting
from date of first entry)

Multiple Entry (Within
90 days from date of first entry)

AED 2500

Tourist and Transit Visas Required Documents

Colour copies of your
passport bio page and last page, showing full name, nationality, date and place
of birth, passport number, date of issue and expiry, name of father / legal
guardian, name of mother, and other relevant information documented

Your passport must be valid for a minimum period of 6 months at
the time of travel

Birth certificate in English or Arabic. Please note translated documents should be attested on the front page.

Note: Each applicant has to file a separate application.

Important Instructions

Dependents of the Applicants

Dependents are defined
as spouse / children below 18 years of age / parents above 60 years of age. You
must enclose supporting documents that prove the status of the relationship,
for example, marriage certificate or birth certificate.

For minor / married women

Photo ID of parents /
husband. Copy of the host's passport / residence visa (this is the person with
whom you will be staying in the UAE)

Etihad Airways reserves the rights for sponsorship

Etihad Airways will not sponsor unaccompanied minors and students

Please note the Immigration department will consider applications from females below the age of 18 or students only if they are travelling with their parents

Only machine-readable passports will be accepted. Handwritten passports will not be accepted

Document upload

Only JPEG format will be accepted and document size should not be more than 1 MB

E-Visa sponsored by Etihad Airways cannot be extended

Note:Certain nationalities may be requested to
provide additional documents in support of their visa application. If these
documents cannot be provided, the visa application may be rejected. The visa
fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

The Transit Visa applies if you are transiting through Abu Dhabi
International Airport for a period between 8 hours and 4 calendar days, and if
you have the following documents:

Duration of stay: 4
days, inclusive of entry and departure datesOnly single entry is
permittedNon-extendable

Mandatory requirements

Passport copy

Colour copies of your passport bio page and last page, showing
full name, nationality, date and place of birth, passport number, date of issue
and expiry, name of father / legal guardian, name of mother, and other relevant
information documented

Your passport must be
valid for a minimum period of 6 months at the time of travel

Only ordinary passports
will be accepted

Photograph:- Size 6*6 cms (min 600*600 pixels)- Your photograph must be in
colour, with a white background
- At least 80% of your face should be visible

Birth Certificate should
be in English or Arabic. Please note translated documents should be attested
on the front page.

Note:Each applicant has to file
a separate application.

Important Instructions

Dependents of the Applicants

Dependents are defined
as spouse / children below 18 years of age / parents above 60 years of age. You
must enclose supporting documents that prove the status of the relationship,
for example, marriage certificate or birth certificate.

For minor / married women

Photo ID of parents / husband. Copy of
the host's passport / residence
visa (this is the person with whom you will be staying in the UAE)

Etihad Airways reserves the rights for sponsorship

Etihad Airways will not sponsor unaccompanied minors and students

Please note the Immigration department will consider applications from minors or students only if they are travelling with parents

Only machine-readable passports will be accepted. Handwritten passports will not be accepted

Document upload:

Only JPEG format will be accepted and document size should not be more than 1 MB

E-Visa sponsored by Etihad Airways cannot be extended

Note: Certain nationalities may be requested to provide additional documents in support of their visa application. If these documents cannot be provided, the visa application may be rejected. The visa fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. Why should I use the online application system?It is easy and convenient to apply for your visa online. Simply
provide the required information, documents and pay the visa fee online without
having to send documents by email or visiting the office in person. Once your
visa application is approved, you will receive an approved e-Visa copy via
email.

2. How many days before my intended visit to Abu Dhabi should I
apply for a visa?It usually takes 24 hours to process your visa
application subject to immigration approval. In the UAE, our working
days are Sunday - Thursday inclusive. Fridays, Saturdays and public holidays
are not included, so please be aware that your visa application will take
longer if you apply on one of these days. It is advisable to apply for your
visa in advance.

3. Can I apply for a Single or a Multiple Entry Visa?You can apply for both Single and Multiple Entry Visas.

4. Do the visa fees include all charges or are there any
additional fees?There may be
additional credit and debit card fees for online applications.

5. Is it mandatory to travel
with Etihad Airways or can I travel with any airline?No. You do
not have to travel with Etihad Airways to apply for one of these visas. They
apply to all airlines and all airports in the UAE.

6. Is it
mandatory to travel through Abu Dhabi Airport on a Transit Visa?Yes. You can apply for a
Transit Visa ONLY if you are travelling into Abu Dhabi Airport and onwards from Abu
Dhabi Airport. However, your ticket does not have to be issued by Etihad
Airways.

7. Can I renew a Visit Visa?No. Visit Visas are only valid for their duration (typically 30
days or 90 days). To renew these visas, you have to exit the UAE and may
re-enter on a new visa, if you meet the requirements.

8. Can I exit Abu Dhabi Airport for sightseeing if my transit time
is 6 hours? What are the criteria to apply for a Transit Visa?Transit Visas can be arranged if your transit time between your
original and connecting flight is between 8 hours and 4 calendar days. If your
transit time is greater than 24 hours, then you must either arrange a confirmed
hotel reservation or provide the Emirates ID card and UAE Residence visa copy
of the person you will be staying with in the UAE.

9. Why has my visa application been rejected?Unfortunately, the UAE immigration authorities do not reveal their
reasons for the refusal of a visa.

10. What are the consequences if I extend my stay in the UAE
without renewing my visa?Unfortunately, you may face legal action and be required to pay a
fine. Also, it may not be possible to
apply for a UAE visa in the future.

11. I am holding a Diplomatic / Service / Emergency passport; can
I apply for a visa through your website?No. We can apply for visas for you if you have an ordinary, valid
passport, issued by your respective country. Holders of other passports may not
apply for visas through our website.

1. Holders of Diplomatic passports must apply through the
diplomatic channel.

2. Holders of Service and Emergency Travel documents should
approach the UAE Embassy in their country of residence to apply for a UAE visa,
before travel.

12. Am I guaranteed entry to the UAE if I successfully obtain a
visa?This depends on the decision of the Immigration authorities, based
on the verification of your documents at the point of entry.

13. My passport is expiring soon – can I still get a visa?The UAE Immigration department requires all visitors to have a
passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of arrival. If
your passport is valid for less than six months, you will need to renew it
before you can apply for a visa and travel to the UAE.

14. Who sponsors my visa when I apply through the Etihad Airways
website?Etihad Airways sponsors your visa if you apply for one of the
specified types, through our website.

15. I
have a few questions about my visa, who can I talk to?For any
queries regarding visas, please call +971 (0)56 677 0326 or email visaonarrival@etihad.ae

Terms and conditions

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When
you travel with Etihad Airways, you are our Guest. This document uses the
reference "Guests" by which we define "passengers".

Etihad Airways provides this facility for Etihad Airways, Partner
Airlines and any other Airline Guests. Etihad Airways do hereby declare that
they have no role whatsoever in the assessment of a visa application, which is
the sole prerogative of the Government of UAE / Immigration Department.
Therefore, Etihad Airways will not in any manner be liable or responsible
for any delay in the processing or rejection of any visa applications.

This facility is open for Guests visiting the UAE travelling on
Etihad Airways and Partner Airlines, and also to Guests with valid tickets
issued by any Airlines and fulfilling the eligibility conditions announced from
time to time by the UAE Authorities.

Issuance and approval of a visa is solely regulated by the
Government of the UAE and governed by their rules and regulations. These may be
amended from time to time. Etihad Airways will sponsor the Guest application
subject to Guest fulfilling the eligibility conditions.

Visa fees will not be refunded under any circumstances.

Guests who request a Transit Visa sponsored by Etihad Airways
should hold a valid ticket to travel into Abu Dhabi Airport, and onwards from
Abu Dhabi Airport. This ticket can be issued by any airline.

Guests who request any type of Tourist Visa sponsored by Etihad
Airways should hold a valid ticket to travel into any airport in the UAE, and
onwards from any of the airports in the UAE.

Etihad Airways will not be responsible for - and will not be
liable for - Guests not being allowed to travel due to being denied boarding,
offloading, cancellation of flight, delays and any other cause or circumstances
beyond Etihad Airways' control. Etihad Airways shall not be liable in the case
of any change in the date of travel not being communicated to us.

The Guest will be required to fill in a Visa Application Form
accurately and submit it, along with the applicable visa fees, valid passport
and necessary documentation as specified in the Visa Application Form. Guests
must hold valid travel documents and comply with the requirements of the
Government of UAE / Immigration Authorities.

The decision to grant or refuse a visa is the sole prerogative of
the Immigration Authorities and it is final. In case of rejection of visa
application, the applicant will be informed of such, no correspondence will be
entertained, no visa fees will be refunded and no reasons will be required to
be given. It is understood that whenever the processing of the visa application
is prevented, delayed, restricted or interfered with for any reasons whatsoever
by UAE Immigration Authorities to process Guest visa application, then Etihad
Airways shall not be liable to any Guest for any loss or damage which may be
suffered as result of such causes and Etihad Airways shall be discharged of all
its obligations hereunder.

Issuance of a visa or approval of the visa application does not in
any way guarantee the Guest the right to enter UAE. The entry is at the sole
discretion of the Immigration officer at the Airport. In case of denial of visa
or entry into UAE by the Government, Etihad Airways shall in no way be liable
to Guest in any manner whatsoever.

Etihad Airways shall not be liable for any losses or damages which
the Guest may suffer, arising from delay in processing or receiving the visa.

The visa is valid as per the Government of UAE / Issuing
Authorities' rules and regulations, as amended from time to time. The visa must
be used within its period of validity.

Etihad Airways will not be liable to a Guest for any changes or
cancellations to Government Regulations that may result in a Guest not being
able to travel to or enter the UAE.

Guests will be solely responsible to ensure they fulfil UAE
Government requirements for travel, which may include police clearances,
medical insurance etc.

Etihad Airways shall take all reasonable measures to ensure that
information provided by the Guest in its application form shall remain confidential.
However Etihad Airways shall not be liable for any unauthorised access by any
means to that information.

Etihad Airways reserves the right to add, alter or vary these
Terms and Conditions at any time without notice or liability, and all Guests
availing themselves of this facility shall be bound by the same.

Guest expressly declares that they have read and understand these
Terms & Conditions and that they are in compliance thereof.

The processed visa will be sent to Guest by email with JPEG or PDF
format in attached files.

Guest is responsible for ensuring the information you have
provided, including your email address, is accurate.

After receiving visa, Guest must print visa for boarding.

Guests are requested to check their visa is correct, and bring any
discrepancy to our notice immediately.

Guest are advised to carefully go through the “Note” printed on
your visa for “validity of permit” and “duration of stay”.

96 hr /14 day visas are valid only for a period of 14 days from
the date of issue. Guests are required to enter Abu Dhabi before visa expires.

Only machine-readable passports will be accepted. Handwritten
passports will not be accepted.

Etihad Airways hereby declares that the applicant data collected
by us will be used for the intended purpose only, and it will not be shared
with any unauthorized person.

Etihad Airways will not be liable for any damages occurred due to
discrepancies in visas if Guest does not revert back to us within 24 hours of
receiving the visa.